La Paloma Dam
| La Paloma | |
|---|---|
 The reservoir as seen from Cerro Huatulame | |
| Coordinates | 30°45′S 71°0′W / 30.750°S 71.000°WCoordinates: 30°45′S 71°0′W / 30.750°S 71.000°W [1] |
| Type | Irrigation reservoir |
| Primary inflows | Grande River |
| Primary outflows | Grande River |
| Basin countries | Chile |
| Surface area | 30 km² |
| Water volume | 750,000,000 m³ |
| References | [1] |
La Paloma is an artificial lake located 27 km southeast of the city of Ovalle, in the Coquimbo Region, Chile. Although its primary purpose is to provide water for irrigation, the reservoir is also a popular recreational spot for locals and visitors. It was inaugurated in 1968.
References
External links
- Embalse La Paloma (Spanish)
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